About the role
At Canadian Natural, a recognized leader in Canada's energy industry, we are deeply committed to driving innovation and excellence within the natural resources sector. Our diversified asset portfolio positions us as a robust independent energy producer globally. We are seeking a dedicated Supply Management Professional to join our dynamic team in Calgary, Alberta. This pivotal role offers the chance to significantly influence our procurement strategy across Canada, contributing to the responsible and efficient management of our supply chain resources. You will play a crucial part in our business operations, ensuring optimal sourcing and contract management within the critical chemicals portfolio.
Details
As a Chemical's Contracts Management Professional, you will be instrumental in developing and executing advanced strategies that generate substantial value across a diverse portfolio of chemical products and services. Your expertise in leveraging market intelligence and spending insights will be vital for optimizing sourcing decisions, proactively managing risk, and enhancing overall supplier performance. This role demands a forward-looking approach, applying commercial acumen to develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies that align seamlessly with broader business objectives. You will lead complex contract negotiation processes and manage their entire lifecycle, ensuring adherence to commercial goals, regulatory requirements, and Canadian contract law, all while adapting to evolving market conditions. Furthermore, you will apply rigorous market research and industry analysis to thoroughly evaluate potential supply partners, assess pricing structures, and identify strategic opportunities across key commodity portfolios, with a particular focus on chemicals and related categories. Effective management of supplier and contractor relationships will be key to fostering collaboration, enhancing performance, and driving continuous value creation through robust contract governance mechanisms. Utilizing data analytics, spend analysis, and benchmarking, you will generate actionable insights, enabling informed decision-making and improved cost management throughout the supply chain. Your ability to communicate complex commercial concepts clearly through impactful presentations will be crucial for influencing stakeholders and securing alignment on critical sourcing strategies. This role also involves driving continuous improvement and innovation by analyzing market trends, identifying process enhancements, and advancing best practices within supply chain and procurement activities.
We are seeking a highly skilled professional with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, law, or a related field from a recognized university. Candidates should bring a minimum of 10 to 15 years of progressive experience in operations, category management, and strategic sourcing. Demonstrated ability to independently initiate and develop effective strategies without prompting from the business unit is essential. Your capacity to influence business units and other stakeholders, coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, will enable effective collaboration across departments and with external vendors. Professional certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) are considered valuable assets for this role.
